Identify the conic that the polar equation represents. Also, give the position of the directrix.r = 

A. ellipse, directrix parallel to the polar axis 2 below the pole
B. ellipse, directrix parallel to the polar axis 2 above the pole
C. ellipse, directrix perpendicular to the polar axis 2 left of the pole
D. ellipse, directrix perpendicular to the polar axis 2 right of the pole


Answer: A

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